Vice President, Pharmacovigilance

Job Description

Job Description

Crescent Biopharma’s vision is to build a world leading oncology company bringing the next wave of therapies for cancer patients. The Company’s clinical-stage pipeline includes its lead program, a PD-1 x VEGF bispecific antibody, as well as novel antibody-drug conjugates. By leveraging multiple modalities and established targets, Crescent aims to rapidly advance potentially transformative therapies as single agents and as part of combination regimens to treat a range of solid tumors. For more information, visit and follow the Company on LinkedIn and X.

We are seeking a strategic leader, Vice President of Pharmacovigilance to lead patient safety and pharmacovigilance needs, fostering a culture where safety is integrated into every aspect of our drug development process. This role may be based in a hybrid capacity from our Waltham, MA office or remotely from the East Coast. Reporting directly to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), you will be leading and building out the Safety and PV. This includes being responsible for the strategic oversight and execution of all safety and pharmacovigilance activities, ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards.

As the VP, Head of Safety and Pharmacovigilance, you will lead our efforts in ensuring the safety of our investigational products. This involves providing strategic medical oversight, managing safety data, and guiding cross-functional collaboration to integrate safety into all phases of our product lifecycle. You will be responsible for creating and building the function. Your role will include interacting with regulatory authorities, leading the pharmacovigilance team, and overseeing the activities of external safety service providers.  This role is based in Waltham, MA and you must have experience in the oncology space.

• Lead and build our Safety and Pharmacovigilance function
• Establish and maintain a safety and pharmacovigilance infrastructure that prioritizes “safety by design” in all development activities.
• Lead all pharmacovigilance activities for our products, including safety surveillance, signal detection, and risk-benefit assessments.
• Serve as the primary contact for safety-related issues, including regulatory authority interactions and safety service provider management.
• Provide strategic safety insights to the CMO and Executive Leadership Team, particularly regarding the risk-benefit profile of company products.
• Oversee the preparation and review of safety documents, including DSURs, safety reports, and clinical development documentation.
• Serve as the primary PV representative in interactions with FDA, NMPA, EMA, and other global health authorities, including Type B/C meetings, Health Authority safety queries, and pharmacovigilance inspections.
• Ensure compliance with global safety regulations and guidelines and lead responses to safety-related inquiries from regulatory authorities.
• Manage the pharmacovigilance budget and resources, including both internal teams and external contractors.
• Drive continuous improvement in pharmacovigilance practices, ensuring readiness for regulatory inspections and audits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, and Quality, to integrate safety considerations into company strategy.
• Represent the company, externally, building relationships with industry leaders and vendors to enhance our safety and pharmacovigilance capabilities.

• M.D., D.O., or M.B.B.S. required.
• 15+ years of global experience in oncology drug safety within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• BLA/NDA experience highly preferred 
• In-depth knowledge of FDA safety regulations, ICH Guidelines, NMPA, and other global safety regulations.
• Deep understanding of risks and risk mitigation steps related to safety signals and pharmacovigilance
• Expert knowledge of safety database applications (e.g., Veeva, ARGUS, IQVIA) and safety signal detection.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor teams and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and external stakeholders.

• Opportunity to join a mission-driven team where you'll contribute to impactful work, take on varied responsibilities, and grow quickly in a dynamic environment
• Competitive compensation, including base salary, performance bonus, and equity
• 100% employer-paid benefits package
• Flexible PTO; also, two, one-week company-wide shutdowns each year
• A commitment to your professional development, with access to resources, mentorship, and growth opportunities

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

The final salary offered will depend on several factors, which may include, but is not limited to relevant years of experience, educational background, and geography. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation – Unlimited PTO; Sick time – 10 days per calendar year; Holiday pay, including two Company shut downs; Parental Leave – 16 weeks within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child; FMLA; Military Leave. Additional information can be found -

Crescent Biopharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.